TYPES OF DRIVERS

If you belong to any of these categories here you will find some important tips on how to keep a safe driving and some tips on how to check your car.

MOTORCYCLE RIDER

Riders have to watch out for a lot of different rules, since riding motorcycles can be dangerous not only for them but also for their back passenger and pedestrians. Every motorcycle rider has to make sure to have received the right training before riding the streets. Keep the following tips in mind when riding:

Check the direction drivers move their heads; this is an easy sign to anticipate their moves.

Be careful with your rearview mirrors, they are not totally accurate, always be careful when checking them.

Beware of off ramps; do not ride between one of them and a vehicle.

Keep your fingers on the brake; remember that if you are riding fast your reactions have to be faster.

Make sure other drivers, riders and pedestrians get to see you, being visible when riding is very important.

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS

Get rested; remember that fatigue represents a great factor for crashes, it is important for you to recognize whatever sign of fatigue while driving. If you are tired do not try to compensate your fatigue by drinking a lot of coffee and playing loud music, try to sleep for an hour and you will see the difference.

Do not get distracted: remember that many things will catch your eye as you drive for many hours, even small distractions can turn into big accidents. It is estimated that mover eighty percent of accidents happen because of distractions no more than 3 seconds before the actual accident.

Mind your environment and remember that driving conditions are not always the same, and you need to adapt to them in the best way. Respect speeds depending on the weather.

Many drivers complain wearing a seat belt is very uncomfortable for long trips, that may be right, but truth is that seat belts were designed to save your life in case of collisions, not to be fashionable and comfortable: So it is up to you. You may be the best driver on the planet, but weather conditions and other drivers may not be as good.